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US Ambassador Davies To Arrive In Thailand Next Month

BANGKOK — Having sat empty since its 100th birthday last year, the U.S. ambassador’s residence on Wireless Road will welcome its new occupant next month.

'Supreme Honor’ for Junta Charter Salesman

By Pravit Rojanaphruk
Senior Staff Writer

BANGKOK — Being both a drafter and mouthpiece on the body tasked with writing Thailand’s next constitution is a dream job for Amorn Wanichwiwatana, something he says is difficult not to admit.

Thailand Condemns North Korean Missile Launch



BANGKOK — The military government today joined international condemnation of North Korea’s rocket launch on Sunday, which the United Nations has described as a disguised missile test in violation of U.N. resolutions.

Thais Told Not To Worry If They See Tanks in Bangkok

BANGKOK (DPA) — Thai authorities told the public Monday not to worry if they see tanks rolling into Bangkok later in the week.

Junta Nixes Redshirt News Conference

BANGKOK — The event and place were to be the same but the hosts different.

Seven More Warrants Issued For ‘Royal Impostors’ Network

By Pravit Rojanaphruk
Senior Staff Writer

BANGKOK — Seven more arrests warrants have been approved by a martial court in relation to high-profile lese majeste (defaming the monarchy) cases involving people accused of profiting from links to the monarchy.
Students join an anti-government protest in front of the Ministry of Education in Bangkok on Aug. 19, 2020.

Amnesty Reveals Systematic Suppression of Child Protesters

BANGKOK — Amnesty International released a report on Wednesday saying the government has suppressed the rights of child protesters through tactics such as surveillance, intimidation, asking invasive questions, and pressuring parents of child protesters.

Three Students Arrested During Hunger Games Premiere

BANGKOK — Three university students were arrested by police in Bangkok today for organising a mass viewing of the latest “Hunger Games” movie, which has become associated with dissent against Thailand’s military regime.
Democrat Party chairman Abhisit Vejjajiva meets last month with Alongkorn Pollabutr, a former deputy party leader now challenging him for party leadership.

Democrats Announce Party Membership Registration

BANGKOK — The Democrat Party announced Tuesday that it would accept member registrations through Oct. 15 and that those registered would have the right...

Teen 'Snipers' Apprehended At Anti-Govt Protest

(24 November) The police have apprehended a group of teenagers who carried BB guns into anti-government protest site near Ratchadamnoen Avenue.

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